Brian Lewis addresses Fox News firing

8/21/13 3:59 PM EDT

“There has been rampant speculation surrounding my departure from Fox that I am not addressing at this time. I will say it has been an honor and privilege to work for Roger Ailes the past 20 years and I wish nothing but the best for him and the great people at Fox News.

Lewis also told TV Newser, "Some stories [about my departure] are ludicrous, but there is one story that is particularly ludicrous," a reference to Gabriel Sherman's contention that Lewis's departure left Fox News president Roger Ailes "more isolated than ever."